Santos Mahogany

Mahogany (Santos) is 175% as hard as Red Oak (2200 on the Janka scale vs. 1260 for Red Oak).

Flooring Trade NameMahogany (Santos)

Botanical NameMyroxylon, balsamum

Lumber Trade Name(s)Santos Mahogany, Cabreuva Vermelha, Red Incensio

OriginSouth America , Central America

DescriptionMahogany (Santos) has hard and richly-colored features and is known for its intense range of shades.

StabilityNo information available at this time.

Safety/Allergic ReactionsMahogany (Santos) This scent of this tree has been associated with adverse respiratory reactions in some individuals when working with the dust of this wood so care should be taken.

Color Change (photo-sensitivity)Mahogany (Santos) undergoes a slight degree of color change with a slight muting of the color range over time.